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From the vibrant cities to gorgeous scenery, this tour visits Northern Europe’s fascinating capitals with two-night stays in Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, and Helsinki. In each city, you’ll experience guided sightseeing of the must-see sights, including Copenhagen's Little Mermaid statue and the Royal Reception Rooms at Christiansborg Palace, used by the Queen for official occasions; Oslo's City Hall, decorated with great Norwegian art from 1900 to 1950, and Frogner Park, where Gustav Vigeland created over 200 extraordinary bronze and granite sculptures; Stockholm's City Hall, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year; Helsinki’s Lutheran Cathedral, completed in 1852, and the famous open-air market.
A tour highlight is an overnight Baltic Sea cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki. You'll stay in first-class, outside, two-berth cabins with private facilities, and you'll enjoy a special Smörgåsbord dinner on board. This is just one of the out-of-the-ordinary experiences Globus includes to make your vacation unique. Another special treat is a Swedish food experience, where you can sample local specialties at some of the stalls in Gothenburg's indoor food market.
On this Northern Europe tour, you’ll also experience some of Northern Europe’s beautiful scenery. From Gothenburg to Norway, travel along the Skagerrak coastline with its many islands, granite rocks, and charming fishing villages. Oslo is situated by a fjord and is surrounded by hills and forests. Take a ferry from Elsinore, Denmark to Helsingborg, Sweden, with great views of Hamlet's Kronborg Castle and drive through Sweden's scenic Värmland on your way to Stockholm.
Stunning scenery, tasty local cuisine, a Baltic Sea cruise, and fascinating sightseeing… all of this and more await you on this fantastic tour through Northern Europe's capitals.
Please note: Please note: 2021 itinerary is based on 2020 and is subject to change, but by booking today you will lock in your price. Full details will be confirmed in September 2020.
Highlights
COPENHAGEN
Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Royal Reception Rooms in Christiansborg Palace; the Little Mermaid; Tivoli Gardens (mid-April to mid-September)
ELSINORE Ferry crossing with a view of Hamlet’s castle
GOTHENBURG Orientation, visit the indoor food market and taste local snacks
OSLO Guided sightseeing, walk through Frogner Park and visit City Hall
STOCKHOLM Guided sightseeing, walking tour of the Old Town, visit the City Hall
STOCKHOLM–HELSINKI Overnight cruise in first-class, outside, two-berth cabins with private facilities, including a special Smörgåsbord dinner
HELSINKI Guided sightseeing, visit the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market
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Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 9 breakfasts, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Day1
Welcome to Copenhagen! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Dinner
COPENHAGEN.
Day2
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Church of Our Savior and the Stock Exchange on the way to Christiansborg Palace, where you visit the elegant ROYAL RECEPTION ROOMS. Drive past the National Museum and the Royal Theater, and stop for pictures of Amalienborg Palace with its lovely flower gardens, and of the wistful LITTLE MERMAID. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, visit TIVOLI GARDENS (mid-April to mid-September), the city’s colorful amusement park.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
COPENHAGEN–GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN–OSLO, NORWAY
Day3
From Elsinore beneath Hamlet’s Kronborg Castle, board your FERRY for Helsingborg. Then, drive to Gothenburg, Sweden’s thriving second-largest city and admire its beautiful parks, botanical gardens, and well-kept canals during your orientation tour. Visit Gothenburg’s famous LF indoor FOOD MARKET to taste local snacks. In the afternoon, continue along the Skagerrak coastline to Norway. Evening arrival in Oslo.
Today’s Distance: 385 mi / 620 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
OSLO
Day4
Today gives you a good introduction to Oslo, the country’s hub of trade and industry. Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the National Theater, considered the home for Ibsen’s plays; the unique Storting building, seat of Parliament; and the Royal Palace, residence of Norwegian monarchs since 1849. Stroll through magnificent FROGNER PARK with Gustav Vigeland’s extraordinary sculptures; and visit the CITY HALL, where the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony is held each year. Interesting optional excursions are available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
OSLO–STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
Day5
Trace the King’s Road, an ancient trade link between the northern capitals connecting Oslo, Stockholm, Turku, Helsinki, and St. Petersburg. Cross the Swedish border to scenic Värmland, beautifully described in Selma Lagerlöf’s Gösta Berlings Saga. Pass the ancient garrison town of Örebro and modern Eskilstuna, known for its stainless steel, and proceed to Stockholm.
Today’s Distance: 329 mi / 530 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
STOCKHOLM.
Day6
Stockholm is settled on 14 islands between Lake Mälar and the Baltic Sea. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Royal Palace; Riddarholm Church, a walk through the OLD TOWN, and the festive blue and gold chambers in the CITY HALL, where the annual Nobel Prize banquet is held. Later, choose from our optional excursions to make the most of your stay.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
STOCKHOLM–OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO HELSINKI, FINLAND.
Day7
Morning at leisure. Why not join an excursion to Uppsala? Later, board your ship for the overnight LF BALTIC SEA CRUISE to Finland, and enjoy a traditional Smörgåsbord dinner.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
HELSINKI
Day8
Guided sightseeing includes major sights, such as the City Hall and Parliament House, the great LUTHERAN CATHEDRAL, and the SIBELIUS MONUMENT. Browse for souvenirs in Helsinki’s OPEN-AIR MARKET.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
HELSINKI
Day9
A full day at leisure offers the opportunity to join an optional excursion to Tallinn, capital of Estonia, known as one of the “Pearls of the Baltic” countries. Tonight, dinner has been prepared at the hotel to celebrate the success of your tour of the Northern Capitals.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
HELSINKI
Day10
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Extend your stay
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Imperial
First-Class
Centrally located in the heart of Copenhagen, the hotel is just steps from Tivoli Gardens and easy walking distance to central station and the town hall. An elegant showcase of classic Danish design and modern architecture, it features a bar and two restaurants serving authentic Danish and international cuisine.
Location
Vester Farimagsgade 9, Copenhagen V, Denmark
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Currency Exchange
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Newspaper
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Mini-bar
- Window Opens
Thon Opera
First-Class
An ultra-contemporary 408-room hotel with playful styling and Free Wi-Fi access throughout. The stylish restaurant serves international cuisine with fabulous views over the Oslo Fjord and opera house and there is a lobby bar and fitness room.
Location
Dronning Eufemias Gate 4, Oslo, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Window Opens
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Alarm Clock
- Phone
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Mini-bar
- Climate Control
- Television
Scandic Continental
First-Class
This modern 392-room hotel enjoys a fantastic location in the heart of Stockholm and features a rooftop bar and seasonal outdoor terrace with impressive skyline views. A trendy urban style restaurant serves market fresh dishes and there is a lobby bar and cafe serving all day snacks and coffee , for fitness there is a gym and for connectivity Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property.
Location
Vasagatan Box 120, Stockholm, Sweden
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Television
- Phone
- Wake-Up Calls
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
Radisson Blu Aleksanteri
Superior First-Class
Located in the very heart of Helsinki, this hotel combines the best parts of a home-like boutique hotel and a major international chain hotel. The in-house restaurant offers a variety of dishes using seasonal ingredients while the bar offers a wide selection of exclusive wines and craft beers. Leisure options include a fitness center and a sauna. Complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel.
Location
Albertinkatu 34, Helsinki, Finland
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Coffee Maker
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Internet Access
- Mini-bar
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
